Name: Chicken & Summer Veggie Cottage Cheese Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat); 1 cup grilled or rotisserie chicken, shredded or diced; ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ½ cup cucumber, chopped; ½ cup bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange), diced; ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped; 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper

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Introduction

This Chicken & Summer Veggie Cottage Cheese Salad is a bright and nutritious dish perfect for warm days. Packed with fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and creamy cottage cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that comes together quickly.

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
1 cup grilled or rotisserie chicken, shredded or diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup cucumber, chopped
½ cup bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange), diced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Spoon the cottage cheese into a serving bowl. Add the grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion on top.
Step 2: Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs.
Step 3: Gently mix everything together until well combined. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the dressing.
Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy option.
Swap the cottage cheese for Greek yogurt for a different creamy texture.
Add a handful of arugula or baby spinach for more greens.

Storage

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you plan to keep it longer, store the dressing separately and toss just before serving. Reheat is not recommended as it’s best served chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A white oval plate holds a fresh salad with three main layers. The bottom layer is a ring of green cucumber slices evenly placed around the edge of the plate. On top of this is a mix of whole and halved yellow and red cherry tomatoes, along with thin slices of purple onion scattered in between. The top layer is shredded white chicken mixed with small bits of yellow bell pepper, all garnished with chopped fresh green parsley leaves and cracked black pepper sprinkled over everything. The plate sits on a white marbled surface with loose parsley leaves around it and a gray-striped cloth next to it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare it up to a day in advance. To keep the veggies crisp, store the dressing separately and mix it in just before serving.

Is this salad suitable for a low-carb diet?

Yes, this salad is low in carbohydrates and high in protein and healthy fats, making it a great option for low-carb eating plans.